Dosing Pumps

Narzyzz12 · 08/25/2016, 04:42 PM

Which pumps are you guys using?I'm looking for something that's highly reliable and accurate.

Airywhitesoul · 08/25/2016, 07:39 PM

BRS 1.1mL/min for three part and vinegar, all else use ColeParmer Masterflex. See awesome thread on this in reef central.

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LoganR · 08/25/2016, 09:02 PM

Ghl doser 2

ReefRockerLive · 08/25/2016, 11:18 PM

+1 GHL Doser 2

lighthouze08 · 08/26/2016, 08:10 AM

Ghl doser 2

Pablos RSM 450 · 08/26/2016, 10:56 AM

2 ICE CAP dosers $90 each for over a year and very happy.

Quiverfull · 08/26/2016, 05:06 PM

Avoid the bubble magus. In my experience it's not reliable. I have on that maybe was just a lemon but replaced heads and calibrated but overtime it messes up and the clock speeds up over time. Went to a Neptune DOS which I like but only 2 channels and $$$. Very reliable over the past 1.5 years. Like that it interfaces with my apex and has level monitor if you get the DDR to go with it. I never miss an empty reservoir cuz it messages and emails me when it needs refill.

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mikeatjac · 08/27/2016, 05:42 AM

I like the DOS system from Apex. Easy to set up, tell it what volume you want to dose and in that time period and it takes it from there.

bearpeidog · 08/27/2016, 09:42 AM

I've used the LiterMeter for years and years. Never had an issue. I use it for continuous water changes and driving my kalk reactor.

vitodog · 08/27/2016, 10:49 AM

GHL doser 2

billdogg · 08/27/2016, 11:14 AM

I use the Drew's Dosers from BRS. Well built, consistent delivery and good price.

Narzyzz12 · 08/29/2016, 10:03 PM

So far most of you recommend the GHL followed by the DOS system,hmm if only I could buy both.How long have you guys been using them?I like that both can be dosing up to a 0.1mL.

ThRoewer · 08/29/2016, 10:49 PM

I have the BRS 1.1 ml dosers and they do the job (controlled by Apex).

I also have the Jebao doser and it is a pretty good value for what you pay. Only the programming is a bit cumbersome.

I don't like the DOS because by its design it's not a dosing pump but rather a water changing system for considerable volumes. As a result it is too bulky and too expensive.
I would get one if they had a compact, dedicated small volume dosing system with at least 3, better 4 heads.

mikeatjac · 08/30/2016, 01:59 AM

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Originally Posted by ThRoewer

I have the BRS 1.1 ml dosers and they do the job (controlled by Apex).

I also have the Jebao doser and it is a pretty good value for what you pay. Only the programming is a bit cumbersome.

I don't like the DOS because by its design it's not a dosing pump but rather a water changing system for considerable volumes. As a result it is too bulky and too expensive.
I would get one if they had a compact, dedicated small volume dosing system with at least 3, better 4 heads.

Not sure why you think a DOS can't do dosing. I have been impressed so far and so simple to set up.

oseymour · 08/30/2016, 03:10 AM

I got the DOS from another reefer and while it's a little bulky it's reliable and works well. Easy to program in Apex Fusion and I can dose down to .1ml. That was important to me since I dose my vodka & vinegar mix through it.

Before the DOS I was using BRS 1.1 ml pumps.

ThRoewer · 08/30/2016, 11:31 AM

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Originally Posted by mikeatjac

Not sure why you think a DOS can't do dosing. I have been impressed so far and so simple to set up.

It can do dosing just fine, but it's overkill in cost and space consumption because it was particularly designed to be a water change system.

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kennytze · 08/30/2016, 11:51 AM

Spectrapure LiterMeter III with a remote pump module. I add my Calcium and Alk with them. They are accurate, easy to program. The thing I like most about them is that they add product 150 times a day in equal amounts.

EnderG60 · 08/30/2016, 11:55 AM

I use the BSR 1.1 ml/min ones. I like them a lot. Quiet and reliable.

oseymour · 08/31/2016, 12:12 AM

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Originally Posted by ThRoewer

It can do dosing just fine, but it's overkill in cost and space consumption because it was particularly designed to be a water change system.

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I agree that it's expensive but it's nice to have everything integrated into my Apex.

mikeatjac · 08/31/2016, 05:46 AM

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Originally Posted by ThRoewer

It can do dosing just fine, but it's overkill in cost and space consumption because it was particularly designed to be a water change system.

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Actually the DOS system took up less area than 2 BRS pumps mounted and far less space than 2 liter meter pumps.

I used GHL for just a few months. I didn't like the programming but was a solid performer.

The liter meter pumps are a beast and can make delivery from a good distance.

Both DOS and liter meter make the math easy and dose small amounts over time. With the DOS system I can do it in a time period, like at night for alk.

Cost wise the BRS pumps are less expensive but require a controller and harder to program if you want to dose multiple small doses.

With DOS you need Apex.

With litermeter the controller is built in, at least the ones I used.

However if you have Apex the cost for DOS and Litermeter is about the same.

reefwiser · 08/31/2016, 06:51 AM

GHL

If. You get the four head model you can also use it as an ATO when you add level probes that plug in the back of the unit. It uses 24 volt DC mutual speed stepper motors. So you can set it for various levels of fine grain dosing. I have 4 of them on my system doing all kinds of task's from balling to feeding and water changes.

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mikeatjac · 08/31/2016, 07:53 AM

This is the basic input for DOS. I think right now it is dosing a small dose every 7 minutes. I get am alarm when my container is 20% empty.

Narzyzz12 · 08/31/2016, 08:04 PM

Hmm I really want the Apex controller with all the goodies and DOS,but the GHL seems to be more than capable to running by its self,hence the name standalone doser lol.

Narzyzz12 · 08/31/2016, 08:05 PM

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Originally Posted by reefwiser

GHL

If. You get the four head model you can also use it as an ATO when you add level probes that plug in the back of the unit. It uses 24 volt DC mutual speed stepper motors. So you can set it for various levels of fine grain dosing. I have 4 of them on my system doing all kinds of task's from balling to feeding and water changes. Wow yes getting all those pumps would be nice

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08/25/2016, 04:42 PM	#1
Narzyzz12 Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: Naples Posts: 88	Dosing Pumps Which pumps are you guys using?I'm looking for something that's highly reliable and accurate. __________________ Follow on IG Narzyzz_12 Current Tank Info: Corallife Biocube 29 and Nuvo 8

08/25/2016, 11:18 PM	#4
ReefRockerLive GHL Mitras LX7 Club Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: CT Posts: 2,454 Blog Entries: 1	+1 GHL Doser 2 __________________ -ReefRockerLive Current Tank Info: Rimless 67g \| GHL Profilux 3.1T eX \| 2x GHL Doser 2 dosers \| 2xGHL Mitras LX7 LED \| Abyzz a100 \| Bubble King DC 150 \| 2x Vortech MP40w QD \| Fauna Marin Zeomatic 2.2ltr \| Fauna Marin Zeolight System \| Fauna Marin Balling Light Method

08/26/2016, 08:10 AM	#5
lighthouze08 Registered Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: VA Posts: 843	Ghl doser 2 __________________ _____________

08/26/2016, 10:56 AM	#6
Pablos RSM 450 Registered Member Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: California Posts: 343	2 ICE CAP dosers $90 each for over a year and very happy. __________________ Mixed Reefer 450, Lifereef skimmer, APEX, GYRE 150, Jebao DCP 10,000 return pump, BRS dual media reactor, Kessil 360 lights, Coralife Reef Salt. Current Tank Info: Red Sea Reefer 450

08/26/2016, 05:06 PM	#7
Quiverfull Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: Central Ohio Posts: 489	Avoid the bubble magus. In my experience it's not reliable. I have on that maybe was just a lemon but replaced heads and calibrated but overtime it messes up and the clock speeds up over time. Went to a Neptune DOS which I like but only 2 channels and $$$. Very reliable over the past 1.5 years. Like that it interfaces with my apex and has level monitor if you get the DDR to go with it. I never miss an empty reservoir cuz it messages and emails me when it needs refill. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk __________________ Quiver -----> Current Tank Info: 120g Oceanic RR 250w HQI MH x 2 and T5 x 2, Euroreef CS6-2 skimmer, 37g Oceanic Show live rock and powerheads only Ecotech 24 in Marine LED, AGA 92g Corner bowfront

08/25/2016, 07:39 PM	#2
Airywhitesoul Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Texas Posts: 29	BRS 1.1mL/min for three part and vinegar, all else use ColeParmer Masterflex. See awesome thread on this in reef central. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

08/25/2016, 09:02 PM	#3
LoganR Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Albuquerque, New Mexico Posts: 18	Ghl doser 2

08/27/2016, 05:42 AM	#8
mikeatjac Registered Member Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Jacksonville, Florida Posts: 2,433	I like the DOS system from Apex. Easy to set up, tell it what volume you want to dose and in that time period and it takes it from there. __________________ Red Sea Reefer 525 - BK 160- G5 Blue - GHL Last edited by mikeatjac; 08/27/2016 at 05:48 AM.

08/27/2016, 09:42 AM	#9
bearpeidog Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Milton, Vermont Posts: 560	I've used the LiterMeter for years and years. Never had an issue. I use it for continuous water changes and driving my kalk reactor. __________________ Bill Current Tank Info: 180 gallon Starfire, 3-Radion G1, Tunze with 7091 Controller, 2- ecotech mp40s, MP60, Panworld 250 return pump, TunzeATO, XP2000ss Reef Octopus Skimmer, Theiling rollermat

08/27/2016, 10:49 AM	#10
vitodog Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Albuquerque, New Mexico Posts: 1,226	GHL doser 2 __________________ Current Tank Info: 124.7 gal. Reef Savvy D/T, Trigger Systems 36" sump, Octo Elite 150-S, GHL Mitras LX7 x 3, Profilux3, Masterflex 7550-30 Peristaltic pump, Vector M1 return Pump, MP40w QD x 2

08/27/2016, 11:14 AM	#11
billdogg Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Grove City, Ohio Posts: 10,806	I use the Drew's Dosers from BRS. Well built, consistent delivery and good price. __________________ I'll try to be nice if you try to be smarter! I can't help that I grow older, but you can't make me grow up! Current Tank Info: 120 mixed reef with 40b sump, RO 150 skimmer, AI Sol Blue x 2, and a 60g Frag Tank with 100g rubbermaid sump. 2 x Kessil A360w lights, BM curve 5 skimmer

08/29/2016, 10:03 PM	#12
Narzyzz12 Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: Naples Posts: 88	So far most of you recommend the GHL followed by the DOS system,hmm if only I could buy both.How long have you guys been using them?I like that both can be dosing up to a 0.1mL. __________________ Follow on IG Narzyzz_12 Current Tank Info: Corallife Biocube 29 and Nuvo 8

08/29/2016, 10:49 PM	#13
ThRoewer Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: Fremont, CA Posts: 9,555	I have the BRS 1.1 ml dosers and they do the job (controlled by Apex). I also have the Jebao doser and it is a pretty good value for what you pay. Only the programming is a bit cumbersome. I don't like the DOS because by its design it's not a dosing pump but rather a water changing system for considerable volumes. As a result it is too bulky and too expensive. I would get one if they had a compact, dedicated small volume dosing system with at least 3, better 4 heads. __________________ Pairs: 4 percula, 3 P. kauderni, 3 D. excisus, 1 ea of P. diacanthus, S. splendidus, C. altivelis O. rosenblatti, D. janssi, S. yasha & a Gramma loreto trio 3 P. diacanthus. 2 C. starcki Current Tank Info: 200 gal 4 tank system (40x28x24 + 40B + 40B sump tank + 20g refugium) + 30x18x18 mixed reef + 20g East Pacific biotop + 20g FW +...

08/30/2016, 03:10 AM	#15
oseymour Euphyllia Addict Join Date: May 2012 Location: Brooklyn, NY Posts: 1,424	I got the DOS from another reefer and while it's a little bulky it's reliable and works well. Easy to program in Apex Fusion and I can dose down to .1ml. That was important to me since I dose my vodka & vinegar mix through it. Before the DOS I was using BRS 1.1 ml pumps. __________________ Just started Red Sea Reefer 350 (75 Gallon) Build Thread - http://www.reefcentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2555495 Current Tank Info: Red Sea Reefer 350

08/30/2016, 11:51 AM	#17
kennytze Registered Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Oak Forest, IL Posts: 44	dosing pumps Spectrapure LiterMeter III with a remote pump module. I add my Calcium and Alk with them. They are accurate, easy to program. The thing I like most about them is that they add product 150 times a day in equal amounts.

08/30/2016, 11:55 AM	#18
EnderG60 Plumbing Engineer Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Atlanta GA Posts: 3,260	I use the BSR 1.1 ml/min ones. I like them a lot. Quiet and reliable.

08/31/2016, 06:51 AM	#21
reefwiser Registered Member Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: Louisville,Kentucky Posts: 1,208	GHL If. You get the four head model you can also use it as an ATO when you add level probes that plug in the back of the unit. It uses 24 volt DC mutual speed stepper motors. So you can set it for various levels of fine grain dosing. I have 4 of them on my system doing all kinds of task's from balling to feeding and water changes. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ President Louisville Marine Aquarium Society. http://www.lmas.org/ The 3rd Annual Frag swap will be held September 23rd,2017 11 am till 3pm Saint Thomas Fellowship hall,9616 Westport Road,Louisvi

08/31/2016, 07:53 AM	#22
mikeatjac Registered Member Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Jacksonville, Florida Posts: 2,433	This is the basic input for DOS. I think right now it is dosing a small dose every 7 minutes. I get am alarm when my container is 20% empty. __________________ Red Sea Reefer 525 - BK 160- G5 Blue - GHL

08/31/2016, 08:04 PM	#23
Narzyzz12 Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: Naples Posts: 88	Hmm I really want the Apex controller with all the goodies and DOS,but the GHL seems to be more than capable to running by its self,hence the name standalone doser lol. __________________ Follow on IG Narzyzz_12 Current Tank Info: Corallife Biocube 29 and Nuvo 8